When it comes to writing something down and preserving a message for generations to come, language matters.

For my money, there’s nothing quite like a well-written, well-staged family drama.

For farmers, the pressures of work and home are often impossible to separate. Weather, commodity prices, livestock health and finances can all weigh heavily on a farm family, while long hours and geographic isolation can make it difficult to connect with others or seek help when those pressures become overwhelming.

The world of municipal politics may not seem like a natural fit for a musical, though for David Scott and Gil Garratt it fit like a glove.

There were many curious onlookers passing by the library last week as members of the Stratford branch of Fung Loy Kok Institute of Taoism demonstrated the ancient art in the garden. On Sept. 12 and 14 they will be holding open houses at 670 Ontario St., where those interested can come and learn more about Taoist Tai Chi arts and the many benefits practicing can bring.

The award-winning documentary, You Are Here: A Come From Away Story returns to Stratford for a free screening on Sept. 11 at 4 and 7 p.m. in the city hall auditorium. The film documents the impact the event of the attacks on New York had on small town Newfoundland.